Imagine seeing a village, a town, a hamlet through the eyes of those who live there, while you wander the streets of off -the-main-road villages that are not on the top 10 sites that every tourist visits to take a selfie, but are real and thriving everyday life. Local markets, boutique shops and gourmet restaurants where the locals gather. Have you ever heard of a touring company giving the option to alter the itinerary to suit the needs of the small group? Probably not. But Artistic Gourmet Adventures can do just that because YOU are the most important part of the equation!
2018 Adventures of a Lifetime
The Amalfi Coast of Italy June 17-23, 2018 – SOLD OUT! June 24-30, 2018 is SOLD OUT! July 1-7, 2018-Four Double Bedrooms Available!
Come to sunny Italy to the most beautiful coastline in the world! The Amalfi coast of Italy is just minutes away from Naples. Small towns perched on the side of the mountain and trailing down to the electric blue and emerald green sea. The water sparkles with silver and small and large boats sway to the waves of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Your home for the week is a splendid Palazzo Villa up in the hills overlooking the water. Artistic Gourmet Adventures will guide you on this Adventure of a Lifetime in sunny Italy!
The Heather and Highlands of Scotland- SOLD OUT! August 26-September 1, 2018
On this Adventure we will roam the Central Highlands of Scotland. We will visit a working woolens mill circa 1784, as well as Johnstons of Elgin Woollen Mill (famous for weaving Burberry Tartan), sample haggis (if you dare), dine on gourmet food and even take in a pub or two! Of course visiting a few castles won’t be difficult. We will visit a few distilleries, enjoy tastings and even see how the barrels are made in the “only cooperage in the UK”. The heather is in full bloom! Everyone will enjoy Scotland in the Fall.
Nia 2018 Music, Magic, Mallorca! SOLD OUT! September 16-22, 2018
Welcome to Majorca or Mallorca! Majorca is the largest island in the Balearic Islands, which are part of Spain and located in the Mediterranean. The capital of the island is Palma. Join Marybeth and Niki for a transformative Nia and yoga holiday in Mallorca, the sunniest island in Europe. Nourish your body, mind, and spirit during this week together at our private villa, surrounded by almond trees and olive groves.
Normandy Revisited – with Host Dwayne Lee-SOLD OUT! September 30-October 6, 2018
Join us for a full week of exploring and understanding the Normandy Invasion. Your co-host Dwayne Lee, along with Artistic Gourmet Adventures, will provide a week long Adventure where you will experience for yourself the emotion of standing where the soldiers stood and imagining through your eyes the events that took place. Authentic Normandy accommodations, gourmet meals and daily excursions to the most important sites that remain to remind us today of the price that was paid for our freedom are all included.
France: Wine, Kings and Chateaux in the Loire River Valley
October 14-20, 2018
Gourmet food, delicious wine, and daily adventures await you in the Heart of France’s Loire Valley. About your experience… We offer you the majesty of the historic Loire Valley. Named the Valley of 1000 Chateaux, it was the summer residence for the Royals and the Rich. What is a typical day like? Our Adventure is full of the magic of the Val de la Loire, but relaxation is key! The mornings begin at a reasonable time then we venture out to our daily destination. After a fulfilling day, we will enjoy wine and appetizers, a gourmet dinner prepared by Le Cordon Bleu-Paris Alum, Chef Walter Eagleton.
“A fantastic week exploring France’s Loire Valley with Kim and Walter Eagleton leading the way. Each day was very memorable with gourmet food, wine tastings and visits to historic sites. Best of all was our “home”.” Ray B.
The Christmas Markets of Alsace
December 9-15, 2018
The Alsace Region in France is on the border of Germany and is home to the French region of the Christmas Markets. So pack your Uggs and parkas as we will discover the different aspects of why French Christmas Markets are so popular, from illuminations, street performances and live manger scenes to the hot wine and the shops where we will search for Christmas treasures! Discover the charm of the region through its typical villages and snow covered landscapes.
2019 Adventures of a Lifetime
April in Paris – Sunday, April 28 – Saturday, May 4, 2019
April is the perfect time to see Paris. There is an added excitement in the air as Parisians shed their winter cocoons and step out into the long awaited sunlight. Trees are blooming, flowers blossoming and the spring breeze brings with it the scent of honeysuckle and roses. Kim and Walter Eagleton fell in love with the City of Lights while living there. Every person, every street, every building has a story to tell of the glorious and not so glorious histories of one of the Europe’s oldest cities.
The French Kitchen: Cooking in France with Le Cordon Bleu-Paris Alum Chef Walter – Sunday, May 12 – Saturday, May 18, 2019
This fun-filled week will be full of kitchen time, wine discovery, great food and relaxation! You will leave with recipes (and techniques) you will use to delight your family and friends for years to come. Some of the fun skills covered will be: Knife Safety and Proper Cutting Techniques/Sorbet-making/Bread making/Sauces and Jus to accompany your newly-learned creations/Soups/Souffles/Braising meats/Pan-searing/Artistic Plating/Menu-planning
The Amazing Coast of Amalfi
Sunday, June 2 – Saturday, June 8, 2019
Come to sunny Italy to the most beautiful coastline in the world! The Amalfi coast of Italy is just minutes away from Naples. Small towns perched on the side of the mountain and trailing down to the electric blue and emerald green sea. The water sparkles with silver and small and large boats sway to the waves of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Your home for the week is a splendid Palazzo Villa up in the hills overlooking the water. Artistic Gourmet Adventures will guide you on this Adventure of a Lifetime in sunny Italy!
Paris on Sale! –
Sunday, June 30 – Saturday, July 6, 2019
By law clearance sales are state-regulated in France and generally run during two periods of the year: once in summer, just before the massive exodus toward the sea and sun, and once in the winter, shortly following Christmas. Department stores, boutiques, designer outlets, and even hardware shops clear out items from the previous season, gradually slashing prices over the course of the sales period. So you can imagine the anticipation when the sales time comes around! What is the word to look for? SOLDES!
D-Day Revisited – 75th Anniversary
Sunday, August 4 – Saturday, August 10, 2019
Join us for a full week of exploring and understanding the Normandy Invasion. Your co-host Dwayne Lee, along with Artistic Gourmet Adventures, will provide a week long Adventure where you will experience for yourself the emotion of standing where the soldiers stood and imagining through your eyes the events that took place. Authentic Normandy accommodations, gourmet meals and daily excursions to the most important sites that remain to remind us today of the price that was paid for our freedom are all included.
Heather and Highlands of Scotland – Sunday, September 1 – Saturday, September 7, 2019
On this Adventure we will roam the Central Highlands of Scotland. We will visit a working woolens mill circa 1784, as well as Johnstons of Elgin Woollen Mill (famous for weaving Burberry Tartan), sample haggis (if you dare), dine on gourmet food and even take in a pub or two! Of course visiting a few castles won’t be difficult. We will visit a few distilleries, enjoy tastings and even see how the barrels are made in the “only cooperage in the UK”. The heather is in full bloom! Everyone will enjoy Scotland in the Fall.
Kate Nash – Nia Retreat in Tuscany – Sunday, September 22 – Saturday, September 28, 2019
Kate Nash, born in Edinburgh, Scotland, and extensively trained, licensed and masterful in her teachings and practices of Nia Technique and other specialties, will be your host on this wonderful Adventure exploring the ancient cities and small towns in Tuscany, tasting the wines of the region, sampling olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Le Cordon Bleu-Paris educated Chef Walter Eagleton will treat you to classic gourmet meals and favorites of the region. Our private accommodation for this exciting Adventure is luxurious and full of character. This 14th Century Villa is a magnificent Villa with stately Tuscan architecture and lush green gardens.
Timeless in Tuscany – Sunday, September 29 – Saturday, October 5, 2019
In this amazing Adventure we will leisurely wander the back streets of the ancient cities and small towns in Tuscany, taste the wines of the region, sample olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Le Cordon Bleu-Paris educated Chef Walter Eagleton will treat you to classic gourmet meals and favorites of the region. Our private accommodation for this exciting Adventure is luxurious and full of character. This 14th Century Villa is a magnificent Villa with stately Tuscan architecture and lush green gardens.
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